Lemon Risotto Recipe

Name: Lemon Risotto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Soups & Stews
Ingredients: 6 cups canned low-salt chicken broth; 3 1/2 tablespoons butter; 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 large shallots, chopped; 2 cups arborio rice or medium-grain white rice; 1/4 cup dry white wine; 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (about 3 ounces); 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 4 teaspoons grated lemon peel

Servings: persons

6 cups canned low-salt chicken broth
3 1/2 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
2 large shallots, chopped
2 cups arborio rice or medium-grain white rice
1/4 cup dry white wine
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (about 3 ounces)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
4 teaspoons grated lemon peel

1
Bring broth to simmer in large saucepan over medium heat.
2
Reduce heat to low; cover to keep warm.
3
Melt 1 1/2 tablespoons butter with oil in heavy large saucepan over medium heat.
4
Add shallots and saute until tender, about 6 minutes.
5
Add rice; stir 1 minute.
6
Add wine and stir until evaporated, about 30 seconds.
7
Add 1 1/2 cups hot broth; simmer until absorbed, stirring frequently.
8
Add remaining broth 1/2 cup at a time, allowing broth to be absorbed before adding more and stirring frequently until rice is creamy and tender, about 35 minutes.
9
Stir in cheese and remaining 2 tablespoons butter.
10
Stir in parsley, lemon juice, and lemon peel.
11
Season risotto with salt and pepper.
12
Transfer to bowl and serve.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 cups canned low-salt chicken broth, 3 1/2 tablespoons butter, 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 large shallots, chopped, and more.

Yes, Lemon Risotto falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Lemon Risotto

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